Cleveland State University's Master of Urban Planning and Development (MUPD) program educates current and future urban planning and development professionals and equips them with the knowledge and skills to effect positive change for diverse and dynamic metropolitan regions and communities within a global context. We prepare students to analyze and address past, present, and future urban conditions and planning and development issues and provide them the opportunity to develop technical expertise in areas of practice. Through our curriculum, engaged activities, and faculty research, we generate innovative ideas that foster livable, equitable, vibrant, and sustainable futures, particularly for legacy cities.
The MUPD program offers a broad educational experience to meet the needs of students and the planning profession. The program accommodates both full- and part-time students, with most required courses offered after 4:00pm. We offer in-house student support services, including student advising, to facilitate student achievement. Our students have opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities, primarily through the CSU-APA student organization. The Master of Urban Planning and Development program is accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board.
Students may use their electives to pursue a generalist program or opt to complete one of the following specializations: economic development, environmental sustainability, geographic information systems, historic preservation, housing and neighborhood development, real estate development and finance,
Admission Requirements
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*Admission to the program is based on a combination of a candidate’s undergraduate GPA and the GRE score.
-International students are required to have met at least one of the following English language proficiency requirements:
Admission Deadlines
All applications must be submitted and complete on the following application deadline dates:
Career Outcomes
Type of University | Public |
Faculty Members | 542 full-time; 612 part-time |
Number of Undergraduate Seats | 11,999 |
Number of Postgraduate Seats | 4,070 |
Percentage of International Students | 5% |
Annual Acceptance Rate | 88% |
Intake Season | Fall and Spring |
Application Fee | 40 USD |
Test Scores Accepted | SAT/ ACT, TOEFL/ IELTS/ PTE, GRE/GMAT/ MAT |
The following is a budget estimate for international students studying in the United States for the forthcoming academic year. If you are a potential student at the institute, it is highly recommended that you keep track of the costs listed below and plan ahead of time for your stay.
Cost Heads | Bachelor (in USD) | Master (in USD) | JD/ Law (in USD) |
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Tuition & Fees | 15,626 | 20,336 | 27,309 |
Room/ Board | 12,670 | 12,670 | 17,986 |
Books & Supplies | 800 | 800 | 1,500 |
Health Insurance | 2,216 | 2,216 | 2,216 |
Local Transportation | 1,770 | 1,770 | 1,770 |
Personal Expenses | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 |
Total Expenses | 34,782 | 39,492 | 52,481 |
Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) | BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA | USD 700 to 1000 Per Month |
Entrance Exams in USA | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
Work and Study in USA | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More |
Post Study Work Permit in USA | One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in USA | USD 160 |
Student Visa in USA | F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More |
Intakes in USA | There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More |
Top Job Sectors in USA | Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance. |
Economy in USA | GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
$ 20,766
Total
$ 20,766